I think we need to add UTSA-Illinois. If UTSA were to beat Illinois and Louisiana was not able to beat Texas, then UTSA could very well become "the" G5 team of 2021. I believe those are the Underdog specials of Week One, with both capable of winning SU.
The most perfect “perfect storm” among Group of 5 teams is forecast for UTSA. Only three teams in the entire FBS have an easier schedule and only one has a more experienced group of guys. And – this is a unit that went 7-5 last year, the best finish since 2013. With 21 starters returning, the only guys missing are WR Brandon Dingle (266 yards and 2 TDs on 27 receptions) and DB SaVion Harris (26 tackles). The stiffest tests in non-conference play are roadies at Illinois and Memphis, while in cross-division action it’s a visit to Western Kentucky. The Roadrunners – which didn’t field a team until 2011 – have never won a divisional or conference title. This could be their year.
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